Navigating BAR Challenges: Protecting Your Auto Repair and SMOG Shop in Southern California
The Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR), California’s regulatory agency for auto repair and smog shops, is both feared and respected. It performs a necessary and proper regulatory function, but that role also comes with much controversy. As a car repair or smog shop technician, you must keep your business in compliance with the BAR.
Automotive Defense Specialists Announces New Resources for Fighting a Bureau of Automotive Repair Suspension
Los Angeles, California – April 29, 2025. Automotive Defense Specialists, a California-based law firm servicing auto repair and SMOG shops, is proud to announce new content on the issue of combating a so-called “Suspension” order from the powerful Bureau of Automotive Repair. The complicated rules and regulations of the Bureau of Automotive Repair may be baffling to a SMOG technician or SMOG shop owner.
Don’t Allow a Star Suspension to Ruin Your Reputation
Going through the process to become a certified STAR shop is not easy . Getting a certification requires pristine shop practices, such as how to care for and use all the tools and equipment required for SMOG testing.
Navigating the Crisis: What to Do When Your Auto Repair Shop Faces a Suspension Notification
To be an owner of a SMOG station is hard work and being a SMOG technician in Los Angeles, California, comes with both its rewards and challenges. The city of Los Angeles is busy with traffic, and vehicles are constantly in need of inspections.
Automotive Defense Specialists Announces New Content on Auto Repair Shop License Issues and Defense Attorney Support
Los Angeles, California – March 26, 2026. Automotive Defense Specialists, a California-based law firm servicing auto repair and SMOG businesses, is proud to announce new content. The threat of losing an ARD or Auto Repair Dealer license could be the loss of a business.
The Life of a SMOG Technician in Los Angeles: Handling the Unexpected Challenges
Operating a SMOG station in the city of Los Angeles, California is no easy task, especially when trying to meet all of your customer’s needs. The area of Los Angeles has heavy traffic and plenty of vehicles.